Overview

Join us for the Velas Turtle Festival 2024 presented by SNAV! It's a special time to see rare sea turtles at Velas' Golden Sand Beach. Watching them lay eggs during mating season is an unforgettable experience!

Here's what you need to know:

The Velas Turtle Festival is all about raising awareness for Olive Ridley Turtles, which are endangered. Every year, Velas hosts this festival to encourage eco-friendly tourism and raise money to protect these turtles.

So, come join us at the Velas Turtle Festival, enjoy nature, and help save these incredible turtles!

2 Nights 2 Days Available on request
PRICE

INR 3,199/- PER PERSON.
ADVANCE PAYMENT:- 2000/- PER PERSON (NON REFUNDABLE.)

 

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • AC Traveller.
  • 1N Accommodation. (Village stay with mattresses available)
  • Authentic meals. - 2 Breakfast,1 Veg Lunch (Unlimited),1 Veg Dinner (Unlimited)
  • Entry Charges.
  • Tour Guide.
  • Documentary session.
  • Basic First aid.

 

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Travelling Meals.
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions.
  • Medical emergency or extra charges applicable in case of any situation or extended stay.

 

Highlights
What makes this tour special
  • Turtle Sessions
  • Velas beach
  • Bankot fort
  • Harihareshwar temple
  • Harihareshwar beach
  • Authentic Village food
  • 1-night village stay
  • Jetty ride
Itinerary

DAY 1:- FRIDAY

  • 9:00 PM: Departure from respective pick-up points.

DAY 2:- SATURDAY

  • 06:30 AM: Reach Velas village, short briefing, and depart for first turtle session.
  • 08:30 AM: Back to the village. Fresh up, Tea-Breakfast. 
  • 10:00 AM: Towards Bankot Fort. Mesmerizing view from this ancient historic fort. (Clicking pictures is worth it here.)
  • 01:00 PM: Back to village, Lunch and rest.
  • 04:00 PM: Visit the Velas Beach and witness Turtle Hatching 2nd Session. See baby turtles crawling towards the sea and capture those moments. Explore near beach, sunset, and nearby localities and some food items to try! 
  • 07:30 PM: Back to the village and documentary session for TURTLE FESTIVAL (OPTIONAL)!
  • 09:00 PM: DINNER. Walk around the village at night or experience of cool breeze, and the sound of waves. A fun session in the night at a homestay. (As per consent). Sleep at your convenience! 

DAY 3:- SUNDAY

  • 05:00 AM: Wake-up call.
  • 05:45 AM: Visit the Beach for the turtle 3rd session(optional). If you want you can take a rest.
  • 9:30 AM: Return to homestays fresh up, check out, and leave for Harihareshwar.
  • 11:00 PM: Reach Harihareshwar. Visit to temple and beach. 
  • 01:00 PM: Have lunch. Start the return journey to Mumbai.
  • 09:30/10:00 PM: Reach Mumbai back with tones of memories and many more.
PICK UP POINTS

MUMBAI PICKUP POINT

Terms & Conditions
  • Booking will be only considered when the full booking amount is received. 
  • Itinerary subject to change in case of natural calamities Organizers reserve full right to claim any additional expenses due to delay / Strikes / War/riot / NaturalCalamities.
  • In case of damages whatsoever done by the participants the cost of the same has to be borne by him/her.
  • Any sort of indiscipline or harm to nature will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
  • It is advisable that tourists should not carry much cash and valuables. 
  • Organizers are not responsible for any loss or damage. 
  • Given Food Menu will be authentic village home made food. (Hygenic and clean)
  • 1st Installment is not refundable. 
  • This lifestyle of Velas village is very basic and authentic so please don't expect any sort of luxury unnecessary or 3/4 star expectations as it will not be entertained.

Once you confirm common WhatsApp group will be created prior to trip for further details of departure and other things that will be conveyed.